According to the instrumental model of intergroup conflict, prejudice and discrimi- nation function to
A) increase group members' self-esteem.
B) reduce competition from other groups.
C) reduce feelings of resentment aroused by perceptions of relative deprivation.
D) reduce group members' self-stereotyping.

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According to the instrumental model of intergroup conflict, prejudice and discrimination function to reduce competition from other groups. This theory suggests that groups hold negative beliefs about other groups in order to justify their own group's superiority and increase their own group's chances of success in competition for resources. Discrimination is then used as a tool to limit the success of the out-group and maintains the dominance of the in-group.

According to the Instrumental Model of Intergroup Conflict, Prejudice and Discrimi-